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8 Nail Colors to Spruce Up the Winter Blues

Winter got your down? These gorgeous polishes will heat up any snow day.
By Virginia Lowman · Updated October 27, 2020
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Ultimate Winter Mani

Whether you’re throwing pamper party or just need a pick-me-up, a good polish is always a nice thing to have on hand. The winter months can be bit of a downer if you aren’t a fan a col wether. Luckily, these new polishes are hot enough to warm up your winter blues!

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Perfect Nude

For girls who like to keep it simple, you can’t go wrong with nude. This “Acclaimed” shade from Formula X is long wearing and perect for every occasion.

$10.50, available at sephora.com

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Cool Blue

Who Says pastels aren’t made for winter? This “Gelato on My Mind” shade from OPI was made for snow days!

$9.50, available at ulta.com

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Perfect Merlot Mani

You can’t talk about winter mani’s and not include a deep merlot polish. This Dior Nail Lacquer in Nuit is perfection!

$27, available at dior.com

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Playing With Crimson

Who isn’t a fan of a “anytime red” nail polish? This “Wicked” Shade from Essies Fall line is super sophisticated and perfect for day or night.

$8.50, available at drugstores

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Commanding Green

Dark polishes usually take the cake when it comes to sexy nail colors, but this jade green lacquer from Essie’s fall collection titled, “Fall In Line” is in a league of its own! $8.50, available at drugstores

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Pretty Winter Pink

For the lady who embraces the “pretty in pink” life, this dusty rose shade from Trust Fund Beauty appropriately titled “Flirty & Dirty” is the perfect winter substitute for your usual bright pink polish.

$15, available at trustfundbeauty.com

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Regal Violet

Just because the sun’s gone rogue doens’t mean the color has to disappear from your nail wardrobe. This velvety purple dries with a textured finish and keep hope alive for the warmer days ahead.

$4.99, available at drugstores

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Sultry Brown

We’re kind of obsessed with Revlon’s latest fall collection, particularly this “Untamed” shade. This fiery brown is high shine even without a top coat and it has a bit of a metallic finish with a gorgeous subtle shimmer. So whether you’re delegating a meeting, or sipping hot coco with friends, your nails will always be enviably chic.

$5.99, available at drugstores

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